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Chalet bord de l'ocĂ©an Cozy; 2 kayaks, poĂȘle Ă  bois, Porche, couchers de soleil.

Cabane de Brooksville avec des cuisines

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Avis voyageurs

10 sur 10
Exceptionnel
2 chambres4 personnes96.6 mÂČ

Équipements populaires

  • Parking disponible
  • SĂšche-linge
  • Lave-linge
  • Cuisine
  • Barbecue
  • Espace extĂ©rieur

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Brooksville, ME
  • Place, Castine Historical Society
    â€Ș40 min en voiture‬
  • Place, Main Street
    â€Ș40 min en voiture‬
  • Place, École maritime Maine Maritime Academy
    â€Ș40 min en voiture‬
  • Airport, Bangor, Maine (BGR-AĂ©roport international de Bangor)
    â€Ș84 min en voiture‬

Chambres et lits

2 chambres (4 personnes)

Chambre 1

1 lit 1 place

Chambre 2

1 canapé-lit (1 place)

Chambre 3

1 lit double

Salle de bain 1

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Espaces

Véranda ou lanai
Cuisine
Aire de jeux extérieure
Jardin
Salle Ă  manger
Lock

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À propos de cet hĂ©bergement

Chalet bord de l'ocĂ©an Cozy; 2 kayaks, poĂȘle Ă  bois, Porche, couchers de soleil.

Kayak ou en canot dans la ville historique de Castine - 30 minutes par l'eau ou 45 minutes en voiture - ou explorer les nombreuses criques et les Ăźles de la riviĂšre Bagaduce. Écoutez l'appel des huards que vous apprĂ©ciez nos couchers de soleil en constante Ă©volution. Une variĂ©tĂ© de jeux et de puzzles et une collection de livres vous tiendra occupĂ© un jour de pluie.

Brooksville, avec une superficie totale de 33. 8 miles carrés et 53 miles de la cÎte est à la maison au Sanctuaire Holbrook Island, une nature vierge préserver, et aussi le Centre Good Life, la derniÚre ferme de Helen et Scott Nearing (auteurs de vivre la Bonne La vie). , Collines pastorales et landes de bleuets pittoresques sont nombreux dans toute la région. Il y a un marché fermier tous les mardis matins à Buck's Harbour durant les mois d'été.

Acadia National Park, avec une route vers le sommet de la plus haute montagne sur la sur la cĂŽte orientale ainsi que des centaines de sentiers de randonnĂ©e, est juste plus d'une heure en voiture. Ne manquez pas de visiter l'École Bateau en bois dans les environs de Brooklin; Haystack Ă©cole de l'artisanat sur Deer Isle; et Kneisel Hall, cĂ©lĂšbre pour la musique de chambre de classe mondiale, dans les environs de Blue Hill,

Ce entiĂšrement rĂ©novĂ© camp de deux Ă©tages sur le bord de l'eau conserve son atmosphĂšre rustique. Nouveau en 2015 est un petit toit au-dessus de la porte d'entrĂ©e (en cas de pluie). De lĂ , vous entrez dans le «vestiaire» oĂč il ya un vestiaire et derriĂšre une autre porte, une laveuse / sĂ©cheuse superposĂ©es.

Étape Ă  travers les portes vitrĂ©es françaises Ă  la salle de sĂ©jour oĂč vous trouverez des planchers de bois franc de chĂȘne, un foyer intĂ©grĂ©, et un poĂȘle STÉATITE de bois avec une chambre de combustion catalytique - BURNS comme une fournaise, mais elle est aussi belle et gracieuse comme une Ɠuvre de ART. Le salon est meublĂ© avec un grand fauteuil en cuir et un chiffon canapĂ© pleine grandeur, ainsi que une chaise et cafĂ© petites tables rembourrĂ©s. Une grande porte coulissante en verre dans le salon ouvre sur un porche entiĂšrement blindĂ©. Une causeuse en osier avec coussin et une table basse rustique orne le porche ainsi que des chaises pliantes portables.

La cuisine est entiĂšrement fourni avec vaisselle, casseroles et poĂȘles, bols Ă  mĂ©langer, et comprend un pot de homard, goutte Ă  goutte cafetiĂšre, grain de cafĂ© meuleuse, bouilloire, grille-pain, mixeur, batteur Ă©lectrique, four micro-ondes. Une gamme de gaz efficacitĂ© taille permet de plus d'espace de comptoir.

Salle de bains a de grands miroirs dessus de l'évier et beaucoup armoires de taille généreuse. Il ya une douche avec pomme de douche réglable, et les armoires de linge sont entiÚrement équipée avec des serviettes et débarbouillettes.

En vous promenant dans les escaliers (avec des coureurs de moquette), vous arriverez Ă  un atterrissage avec de grandes fenĂȘtres au sud-est et sud-ouest. Le premier Ă©tage dispose d'un plafond cathĂ©drale avec un ventilateur de plafond et de l'Ă©clairage de piste qui peut ĂȘtre estompĂ© pour une ambiance tranquille. Il ya une grande fenĂȘtre, de triangle haut dans le sud-est face Ă  l'Ă©tage principal pour laisser entrer beaucoup de lumiĂšre du petit matin.

Les deux chambres Ă  l'Ă©tage sont confortables avec des fenĂȘtres de lucarne dans la partie infĂ©rieure du toit en croupe, donnant d'excellentes vues sur l'eau.

La salle de bateau a gilets de sauvetage et pagaies pour les kayaks et aussi vous y trouverez le gril à gaz avec deux réservoirs de gaz, et un gril à charbon de sauvegarde. Il ya un escalier en bois qui vous emmÚne vers l'eau et à cÎté de l'escalier, une lame pour le rendre plus facile d'obtenir les kayaks vers le bas et remonter.


Mots-clĂ©s: Chalet, kayaks, poĂȘle Ă  bois, Shorefront

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Services et équipements

Cuisine
Lave-linge
SĂšche-linge
Wi-Fi haut débit gratuit
Espace extérieur
Vue sur l’ocĂ©an

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RÚglement intérieur

Arrivée aprÚs 16 h 00
Âge minimum pour la location : 21 ans
Départ avant 10 h 00
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Enfants

Enfants autorisés : de 0 à 17 ans
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ÉvĂ©nements

ÉvĂ©nements non autorisĂ©s
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Animaux domestiques

Animaux de compagnie non autorisés
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Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Hébergement non-fumeurs
Please consider quitting--better for your health.

Consignes de départ

L'hÎte vous demande d'effectuer les tùches suivantes avant le départ :
Retirer les draps des lits utilisés et rassembler les serviettes utilisées
Enlever les articles personnels et sortir les poubelles
Éteindre les lumiĂšres, verrouiller les portes et rendre les clĂ©s
À dĂ©faut, vous risquez de recevoir un avis nĂ©gatif de la part de l’hĂŽte.
Use of Kayaks will require a separate release form signed.

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hĂ©bergement est gĂ©rĂ© par un hĂŽte privĂ© (une partie n’agissant pas dans le cadre de son commerce, son entreprise ou sa profession). La lĂ©gislation europĂ©enne relative aux droits des consommateurs ne s’appliquera pas Ă  votre rĂ©servation, y compris le droit de rĂ©tractation. Toutefois, la politique d’annulation dĂ©finie par l’hĂŽte privĂ© couvrira votre rĂ©servation. Les articles 1100 Ă  1386-1 du Code civil français s’appliqueront. https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/codes/id/LEGISCTA000032040794/
Des frais pour toute personne supplĂ©mentaire peuvent ĂȘtre facturĂ©s et dĂ©pendent de la politique de l'hĂ©bergement
Une piĂšce d'identitĂ© officielle avec photo et un dĂ©pĂŽt de garantie en espĂšces, par carte de crĂ©dit ou par carte de dĂ©bit, peuvent ĂȘtre demandĂ©s Ă  l'arrivĂ©e pour couvrir tous frais imprĂ©vus
Les demandes spĂ©ciales, qui ne peuvent pas ĂȘtre garanties, sont soumises Ă  disponibilitĂ© Ă  l'arrivĂ©e et peuvent entraĂźner des frais supplĂ©mentaires
Les fĂȘtes et les Ă©vĂ©nements de groupe sont interdits
L'hÎte a indiqué que l'hébergement n'était équipé d'aucun détecteur de monoxyde de carbone, mais que des appareils à gaz étaient présents sur place ; pensez à apporter un détecteur portable lors de votre séjour
L'hÎte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et une trousse de secours

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Une voiture est nécessaire pour accéder à l'hébergement et se déplacer pendant le séjour

À propos du quartier

Brooksville

Cette cabane vous donne rendez-vous Ă  Brooksville, plus prĂ©cisĂ©ment en zone rurale, face Ă  l'ocĂ©an. Tombez sous le charme de la beautĂ© naturelle des environs au dĂ©tour des emblĂ©matiques Parc d'État Holbrook Island Sanctuary et Parc d'Ă©tat de Fort Madison, ou accordez-vous un aprĂšs-midi de dĂ©tente aux cĂ©lĂšbres Blue Hill Books et Blue Hill Co-op Community Market. Les agrĂ©ables MusĂ©e marin Penobscot et Perry's Nut House mĂ©ritent aussi une visite. Participez aux balades Ă  la dĂ©couverte de la faune et aux sĂ©ances d'observation des oiseaux proposĂ©s dans les environs afin d'admirer la faune majestueuse de la rĂ©gion.
Carte
Brooksville, ME

À proximitĂ©

  • Great Island - 6 min en voiture - 2.9 km
  • Castine Historical Society - 40 min en voiture - 34.1 km
  • Castine Golf Club - 40 min en voiture - 34.5 km
  • Main Street - 40 min en voiture - 34.5 km
  • École maritime Maine Maritime Academy - 40 min en voiture - 34.8 km

Comment se déplacer

  • Gare de Belfast - 55 min en voiture
  • AĂ©roport de Hancock County - Bar Harbor (BHB) - 57 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • â€ȘBagaduce Lunch - ‬5 min en voiture
  • â€ȘT & C Grocery - ‬33 min en voiture
  • â€ȘDanny Murphy's Pub - ‬31 min en voiture
  • â€ȘBayview Market & Take-Out - ‬16 min en voiture
  • â€ȘThe Breeze & Castine Variety - ‬33 min en voiture

Foire aux questions

Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement ?

Non, les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis au sein de l'hébergement.

Quelle est l'heure d'arrivĂ©e Ă  l'hĂ©bergement Chalet bord de l'ocĂ©an Cozy; 2 kayaks, poĂȘle Ă  bois, Porche, couchers de soleil. ?

Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 16 h 00.

Quelle est l'heure de dĂ©part de l'hĂ©bergement Chalet bord de l'ocĂ©an Cozy; 2 kayaks, poĂȘle Ă  bois, Porche, couchers de soleil. ?

Le départ a lieu à 10 h 00.

OĂč se situe l'hĂ©bergement ?

Envie de vous dĂ©tendre face Ă  l'ocĂ©an ? Cette cabane se situe Ă  3,2 km de Great Island et Ă  moins de 20 km de Parc d'État Holbrook Island Sanctuary et Maison de Jonathan Fisher. Blue Hill Books et Blue Hill Bay Gallery sont Ă©galement Ă  20 km de distance.

Avis

10

Exceptionnel

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Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’aprùs 68 avis sur 72.
Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’aprùs 4 avis sur 72.
Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’aprùs 0 avis sur 72.
Note des voyageurs de 4 (MĂ©diocre), d’aprĂšs 0 avis sur 72.
Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’aprùs 0 avis sur 72.

10/10

Propreté

10/10

Arrivée

10/10

Communication

10/10

Emplacement

10/10

Exactitude de l’annonce

Avis

10/10 Excellent

Michael l.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Vue splendide, trĂšs belle sejour!
Séjour de 3 nuits en août 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
The setting is beautiful, and so QUIET. A welcome experience after city noise. Our host had truly thought of everything. They know what travelers need. The kayaks were a joy toHave. We went out daily for short excursions. The sunsets on the screened in porch were a delight. Many thanks for the gift of Driftwood Cottage!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon M.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Wonderful location. Very clean and well maintained. Beautiful views.
Séjour de 3 nuits en août 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Peaceful, well maintained, and beautiful property in an excellent location
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph J.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
What a wonderful place. The cottage is lovely, well equipped for a family. The host is an excellent communicator and we will return for sure.
Séjour de 3 nuits en août 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
The house was perfect for us. It had everything we needed, was very clean and had an amazing location. The inclusion of the kayaks was also a big plus.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith T.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
We spent two wonderful weeks at Driftwood Cottage in July 2025. Jane and Miguel were superb hosts, equipping the cottage with everything we needed and responding quickly to any questions we had. We spent many hours on the screened porch, which overlooks the Bagaduce River, and used the kayaks to paddle to Castine for lunch and to explore neighboring coves. The cottage is perfectly located – close to great restaurants/bakeries (Tinder Hearth, Brooklin Inn and Buck’s Restaurant) and hiking trails, both on the Blue Hill Peninsula and nearby Acadia National Park. It is quiet, private and incredibly clean. We wish we could have stayed longer and hope to return soon.Judith T
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora C.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
My 18-year-old son and I spent a wonderful, relaxing week at Driftwood Cottage. This home is well appointed, with really everything we needed from cooking utensils to kayaks. It was so quiet there and an excellent lauching point for all our Coastal Maine adventures. Our host was very welcoming and helpful. We highly recommend Driftwood Cottage!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Les points forts : Arrivée et emplacement
Séjour de 6 nuits en juin 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Perfect

Driftwood Cottage was the perfect setting for our family. It was secluded and serene but also close enough to Blue Hill for easy shopping and strolling. It was just a 1 hour drive from Acadia NP which made a great day trip but it all meant that we got away from the crowds. We enjoyed just chilling on the screened porch but also loved walks along the neighborhood roads and kayaking on the tidal river. The view of the river from the house was so calming and interesting. We loved watching the seals and cormorants. The house was impeccably clean and well furnished. Jane was a very gracious host, and made sure we were comfortable the whole time.
Spent 80% of waking hours on the screened porch.
Holbrook Island Sanctuary is nearby for forest enchantment.
Séjour de 5 nuits en juin 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

A Beautiful Place

Driftwood Cottage was the ideal lodging for our latest vacation trip to coastal Maine. A gorgeous, quiet location near Castine, Blue Hill, Deer Isle, and Acadia National Park and a charming, cozy accommodation for two. Our host Jane had fully prepared the cottage for our two-week stay and responded promptly to our few queries. It was a lovely place and time. We look forward to our next visit.
Séjour de 14 nuits en septembre 2024

8/10 Bien

Emma P.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Lovely property

My fiancé (now husband) and I stayed here for the nights leading up to our wedding and the night of our wedding. We used the space to get ready for the wedding and it was overall perfect for what we needed. Relaxing, clean, stunning location. It was a safe heaven away from "Wedding HQ" nearby, and so close to Tinder Hearth. Only issue was with the host on our checkout day. We checked out an hour late - which was my fault (I thought checkout was 11a, but its 10a, and I didn't realize until 10:30, at which point I immediately texted the host letting her know and apologizing - and we had quite a lot of dishes and tidying to do after the wedding party getting ready) but she initially handled the situation very poorly and with little kindness considering it was the morning after our wedding. When she approached my husband with borderline hostility, I ran upstairs crying. My husband heard, and kindly asked her to stop and just let us finish up and checkout, at which point she did apologize and offer us extra time. It all worked out in the end but my husband and I do wish we could have been greeted with the same grace and humility we extended her, on the morning after our wedding. I spent the rest of the morning crying. That being said, we do hope to come back someday, because we said our private vows to each other on the beach and it was a really beautiful moment and location. This place will forever be special to us, despite the shadow cast by our negative interaction.
Séjour de 2 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay O.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Perfect escape with scenic privacy

My husband and I were looking for a private yet accessible location to spend our Maine getaway with our son and his wife. This cottage offered the perfect blend of private relaxation on an idyllic, scenic cove where we could watch the tides rise and fall from the water facing porch. It was perfectly located just a hour's drive to Acadia and Camden, the other direction, where we could explore the authentic Maine coastal experience. Better yet, we were a few minutes from Deer Isle and the Brooksville peninsula, where we discovered as many unexpected treasures as found in the larger, more touristy places (if you stay here, don't forget to seek out Caterpillar Hill). This property provided a perfect upstairs arrangement of bedrooms, loft and private desk/study area (perfect for my son who needed to work late into the evenings on his doctorate obligations) while my husband and I enjoyed the downstairs porch and living room areas. With the woods on one side and a field of golden rod on the other, the cabin provided a great place for viewing deer, a pileated woodpecker, loons, 18 wild turkeys and other birds. The calm water of the cove was a great place to kayak. The kitchen has everything you'd need. We were a little disappointed that the evenings weren't cool enough to enjoy the wood burning stove. Instead, we threw open the windows and enjoyed the night air and sounds. Star gazing was great. The loft also has a great library selection if you enjoy cozying up with a good book.
Séjour de 5 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Cosy place to stay

Quiet and private house. Kitchen was well equipped Porch was a great place to sit and watch the sun set.
Séjour de 5 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

A Special Place

I've been going to Driftwood Cottage every summer for the past 5yrs, and it never gets old. It's the perfect getaway in a great location. Jane is fantastic to deal with, I feel very comfortable interacting with her on whatever may be needed. The screened-in porch is one of my favorite places to be! Thank you, Jane, for keeping this place so special!
Séjour de 8 nuits en août 2024

8/10 Bien

Tracy S.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication et emplacement

Peaceful & clean

Screened porch almost sits right over tidal beach. Charming & peaceful.
Séjour de 6 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Magical

Driftwood is a wonderful place to stay. It is impeccably clean, peaceful, and spacious. We were there for almost a week, it was great to just hang out ; as well, we never ran out of interesting things to explore in the Blue Hill area and into nearby Deer Island.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

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Nice, neat, well equipped and comfortable house. A home-away-from-home.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Wonderful!

My wife and I stayed for 3 days this summer and enjoyed every part of the experience. The house is beautiful, with water views and peaceful trees surrounding the property. We took the kayaks out and stopped for dinner in Castine. Also loved dropping by Tinder Hearth just nearby - magical spot. Hope to come again!
Séjour de 3 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarahanne B.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Amazing stay

I cannot say enough good things about this rental, the property owner, or the location. The owner was very responsive to any needs we had. The location was PERFECT, not just for access to the water, but also for access to local restaurants and. Would happily stay here again in a heartbeat.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

A perfect stay

The cottage is just as advertised, and in a wonderful location. The owners are also great, and communication and check-in were easy. We had some great meals at Buck's nearby, and Cry Babies in Stonington. We highly recommend, but only if you're looking for a great stay in a peaceful, beautiful location.
Séjour de 4 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Lovely quiet sanctuary

Lovely property, private and very peaceful. Would certainly return.
Séjour de 5 nuits en juin 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEIB O.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Maine visit

Great location. Good communication. Second bed is quite small but there is a fold out single reclining chair for another bed.
Séjour de 2 nuits en octobre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Rural Blue Hill peninsula

Cozy cabin. Well equipped. Nice screened porch overlooking water. I needed a fire several nights and there is a good wood stove and plenty of firewood and kindling. Tides are a challenge at any shore property on the peninsula and you need to watch the tide tables and plan accordingly. Close to Tinder Hearth bakery.
Séjour de 13 nuits en septembre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

A beautiful very comfortable house in a most glorious local

Thank you for everything, Dear Jane.
Séjour de 2 nuits en septembre 2023

Qui vous reçoit ?

Vous ĂȘtes reçu par Jane Reinoso

Image de profil de l’hîte
I was born and raised in Ohio, which means I can never be a real Mainer, but after 12 years of year-round living, Brooksville has grown ever deeper in my heart. I lived "out west" in Washington state for a few years after I became a physician assistant (PA). After doing a one-year emergency medicine residency at USC+LAC county general hospital (see the documentary Code Black for what THAT training was like in 1994), I wanted to live in a place with trees, water, hills, and four seasons, and Blue Hill Hospital just happened to be looking for a PA at the time. I got not only those things, but more than I had dreamed possible. After I moved into the double-wide mobile home on the property I bought, every day I would get up, look out my window across the field to the water and thank God for this place.

I later met my husband while on a medical mission to Ecuador, and he came to live here with me after we married. However, ten years of the long, cold, snowy winters (see owner photo, above) were just a bit too much for someone who grew up in the tropics. We moved south. For the past couple of summers, I have done seasonal work at MDI Hospital ER in Bar Harbor, which lets me come back and care for my property, though I can no longer live here, since you-all, my cottage guests, are coming in the summer, lol.

Pourquoi avoir choisi cet hébergement ?

I was looking for a place to live within driving distance of Blue Hill Hospital (where I worked at the time), when I looked at this property with my real estate agent. I remember her telling me, "You don't want this property." After I had already fallen in love with the shoreline and the view and the large field. "Why don't I want it?" I asked. "It's a mobile home. No bank will give you a loan for this," she replied. Yes, there was a mobile home (which has now been removed), but there was also this small 'camp' right by the water which was in disrepair from many years of neglect. (I have always thought of a camp as a place to pitch my tent and build a fire, but I was quick to learn that in Maine a camp is a building, often in a remote area, where families go for vacation.)

The property was out of my price range at the time, so we kept on looking, but truly, after I saw that place, nothing else I looked at was good enough. I think it was about a month or so later that the owners came down on their asking price--to almost within reach. So I made an offer, there was a flurry of negotiations, and the rest is history. I never looked back.

Oh, and yes, the bank did give me the loan--turns out the president of the bank sang in choir with me at church--her response when I asked about a loan to buy property was, "Oh that means you're going to stay! We'll find a way to make this work." I love small towns!

Renovating this camp was a labor of love, as we did as much of the work ourselves, including shingling the outside, painting the old walls on the inside, completely re-building the boat house, and adding a wood shed. The more time I spent at the cottage, the more I knew that this was a small treasure that had to be shared with others.

Quels sont les atouts de cet hébergement ?

The shoreline and the sunsets!! The peace and tranquility. The sounds of nature. Birds at the feeder by day and the silent dancing fireflies at night. You can see the stars, and the Milky Way. Once I saw a group of about a dozen seals at high tide coming all in the same direction, and they were followed by many gulls and a bald eagle--turns out the seals were "herding" schools of fish into the corner of the cove where they would be easier to catch. They did it about three times before the tide started to turn.

Then there's the soapstone woodstove with a catalytic combustor, and glass window in the front, so you can see the flames dancing in the air above the logs once the combustor has been engaged.

A boat house stores the paddles and life jackets for the kayaks as well as the gas grill and grilling supplies. There is also now a rope to ease the kayaks down the slide (next to the stairs) to get them down to the shore and back again.

We try to be as eco-friendly as possible; we use all LED and compact fluorescent light bulbs, we have a compost bin for compostable trash. There's a full-size ironing board and iron. Towels and extra linens can be found in the large bathroom closet. A variety of games and books are upstairs for a rainy day, and a phone for local calls. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, utensils, and towels, including cutting board, pots and pans, and a few select spices; there is a lobster pot and a list of the closest places to buy fresh, live lobster. When we redesigned the kitchen, I made sure that the sink was located with a large window in front of it facing the water. There is a large, double sliding-glass door which takes you out onto the screened porch, where you can sit and watch the sunsets and listen to the sounds of nature while sipping your favorite beverage.

Did I miss anything? If you find the cottage is lacking some little item that you like, just let me know; if it is possible, we will stock it.

Langues :

Anglais, Espagnol

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